Application Procedure

Applicants for the UNU-INWEH Internship Programme should only apply if they satisfy the Eligibility Criteria.  

Applications can be sent to: intern.at.inweh@unu.edu (subject line “INTERNSHIP APPLICATION, Your Last Name, Your First Name”) or by fax +1 905 667 5510  (cover page subject line “INTERNSHIP APPLICATION, Your Last Name, Your First Name”), and the following documents:

• Completed application form: MS Word; PDF

• A cover letter that includes (1) brief statement of purpose, (2) why you think an internship would be a valuable opportunity for you, and if possible (3) any specific skills/experience that relate to one of our programmes/projects. The letter should be addressed to the UNU-INWEH Internship Coordinator, written in English and be 1 page max.
• A copy (unofficial is acceptable) of your university transcript (undergraduate and/or graduate).

• Two letters of recommendation (signed scanned copies) sent by your two referees directly to: intern.at.inweh@unu.edu (subject line “REFERENCE LETTER = INTERNSHIP = candidate’s Last Name and First Name”). Signed letters can also be sent by fax +1 905 667 5510  (cover page subject line “INTERNSHIP APPLICATION, Your Last Name, Your First Name”).
• For non-native English speakers, a copy of your English language certification (e.g., TOEFL, IELTS, TOEIC); not required if the applicant has completed undergraduate and/or graduate studies with English as the medium of instruction. See FAQs Section 2 for further information on language certification.

See FAQs Section 2 for further information on the application procedure.